How to connect your phone to a Xiaomi Mi TV: all ways with photos and videos

Modern Xiaomi Mi TVs support wireless and wired synchronization with smartphones, but not all users know how to make the most of this feature.Duplicating the screen on a large diagonal is convenient for viewing photos, videos, games or even working with documents. However, improper connection can lead to image delays, communication interruptions or poor broadcast quality.

In this article, we will look at all the current ways of connecting (including hidden Mi TV features), compare them in speed and stability, and give recommendations for correcting typical errors, especially focusing on wireless protocols (Miracast, DLNA, AirPlay), which often work incorrectly on budget TV models.

If you need to stream the screen urgently, go straight to the Miracast instructions. For a stable connection without lags, read the section on wired connection via HDMI.

⚠️ Important: Before you start, check that your Xiaomi Mi TV is updated to the latest firmware version. MIUI TV 3.0) does not support some wireless transmission protocols.

5 Ways to Connect Your Phone to a Xiaomi Mi TV

The choice of method depends on your tasks:

• 🎮 Games or videos in 4K → only HDMI (minimum delays).
• 📱 Duplicate screen (calls, social networks) → Miracast or Google Cast.
• 🎵 Music/photo → DLNA (low-energy).
• 🔌 Charging. + transmission → USB-OTG (file-only).
• 🍎 iPhone to Xiaomi TV → AirPlay (requires settings).

Below are detailed instructions for each option, taking into account the features of the firmware MIUI TV and Android TV.

Method 1: Wireless screen duplication (Miracast)

Miracast is a built-in protocol in Xiaomi Mi TVs that allows you to broadcast the screen of your smartphone without additional devices. It works on all models, starting with the Mi TV 4A (2018).

Requirements:

• 📶 Both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (or TV in access point mode).
• 🔋 Developer Mode is on the phone → Debugging over Wi-Fi (for stability).
• 📱 Smartphone on Android 5.0+ (iOS requires AirPlay).

Step-by-step:

1. On the Xiaomi Mi TV remote, press Menu → Settings → Connection and Sharing → Wireless display.
2. On your smartphone, open Settings → Connected devices → Screen Transfer (on Xiaomi – Screen → Wireless display).
3. Select your TV (MiTV-XXXX type name) from the list.
4. Confirm the connection on both devices (may be required) PIN-code).

⚠️ Warning: If the image is slowing down, reduce the resolution of the broadcast in the Miracast settings on the phone (option Image Quality). → 720p). On Mi. TV 4S/5 Minimal delay thanks to Amlogic chip T962.

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Method 2: Streaming via Google Cast (YouTube, Netflix)

Google Cast differs from Miracast in that it only broadcasts content (video, music) rather than the entire screen.Supported by all Xiaomi Mi TVs on Android TV (starting with Mi TV 4).

Advantages:

• 🎥 There is no delay in watching movies (unlike Miracast).
• 🔋 Saves battery power (broadcasting goes directly from the server).
• 🎵 Works with Spotify, YouTube Music, Netflix.

How to connect:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open a supported app (e.g. YouTube).
3. Slip on the Cast icon (📡) top-right.
4. Select your Mi TV from the list.

⚠️ Note: If the Cast icon is not active, update the app or check your router settings – some models block the mDNS protocol required for discovery devices.

Method 3: Wired connection via HDMI (without lags)

For gamers or watching videos in 4K@60Hz, HDMI is the only option without delay.It's suitable for all Xiaomi Mi TVs, but requires an adapter (unless the phone has an HDMI-out port).

What you need:

• 🔌 Cable HDMI-HDMI (cellphone USB-C need an adapter USB-C → HDMI).
• 📱 Phone with DisplayPort Alt Mode support (all Xiaomi flagships since Mi 8).
• 📺 The right signal source is selected on the TV (HDMI 1/2/3).

Instructions:

1. Connect the adapter to the phone, then connect it to the TV with an HDMI cable.
2. On the Mi remote. TV Click Input and select the appropriate HDMI-port.
3. On the phone, in the screen settings, turn on HDMI Mode (on Xiaomi – Settings → Display → HDMI Output).

Critical: for 4K resolution, use an HDMI 2.0 cable or later. On the Mi TV Q1/Q2, HDMI 2.1 ports support 4K@120Hz, but the phone should allow it (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro).

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If the image doesn’t appear, try another one. HDMI-port on the TV. HDMI 1 (ARC) On some models, Xiaomi may conflict with adapters.

Method 4: USB connection (file only)

If you want to transfer photos, videos or music, but there is no Wi-Fi, you can use it. USB-But this method doesn't duplicate the screen, it only opens up the phone files through the built-in Mi media player. TV.

Limitations:

• ❌ It does not work for broadcasting games or applications.
• ❌ iPhone requires Lightning adapter → USB-A + support MTP (Not all Xiaomi models TV recognize iOS).
• ✅ Supported formats: MP4, MKV, JPG, MP3.

How to connect:

1. Connect your phone and TV with a USB-A → USB-C (or Micro-USB) cable.
2. On the TV, select the USB source from the Input menu.
3. Allow access to files on your phone (pop-up “Allow access to data?”).
4. Use the remote to navigate through folders.

⚠️ Attention: Xiaomi Mi TV Stick USB-The port is only powered – connecting the phone through it will not work.

Method 5: Connecting iPhone to Xiaomi Mi TV (AirPlay)

iPhone owners can stream the screen on Xiaomi Mi TV via AirPlay, but only on Android TV 10+ models (starting with the 2020 Mi TV Q1), and older TVs will require an Apple TV or third-party apps like ApowerMirror.

How to set up:

1. On your TV, go to Settings → Connection & Sharing → Apple AirPlay and turn on the option.
2. On the iPhone, open the Control Point → Duplicate the screen.
3. Select your Mi TV from the list.
4. Enter. PIN-code that will appear on the TV screen.

⚠️ Attention: Mi TV 4A/4S AirPlay is not officially supported. For these models, use the Screen Mirroring for Xiaomi app. TV App Store (requires a Wi-Fi connection).

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For stable operation of AirPlay on Xiaomi TV, disable the “Client Isolation” function on the router – it blocks the interaction of devices on the local network.

Common problems and their solution

Even with the right connection, errors can occur, and below is a list of typical situations and ways to fix them.

Problem 1: TV can't find phone over Wi-Fi

• 🔄 Restart the router and both devices.
• 📡 Check what's on the router. WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia and IGMP.
• 📱 Turn off the modem modem on the phone and VPN.
• 🔧 Update the TV firmware (path: Settings) → On TV. → Update of the PO).

Problem 2: Image delay (lag) during broadcasting

• 📶 Switch to 5 GHz Wi-Fi (less busy).
• 🎮 Reduce the broadcast resolution to 720p in Miracast settings.
• 🔌 Use a wired connection (HDMI or Ethernet for TV).
• 🚫 Close the background apps on your phone (especially messengers).

Problem 3: No sound when connected

• 🔊 Check on the TV to see what is in the settings → Sound. → Exit chosen HDMI/ARC (wired).
• 📱 On your phone in Miracast settings, turn on the option to Transmit sound.
• 🔄 Reconnect devices (sometimes the sound sticks when you first connect).

Connection Optimization: How to Reduce Lags and Ruptures

The quality of the broadcast depends not only on the method of connection, but also on the network settings. The following tips will help to achieve a stable picture without delay.

1. Router settings for Miracast/Google Cast

• 📶 Switch the TV and phone to 5 GHz (less interference).
• 🔒 In the router settings, disable Band Steering (automatic switch between 2.4 and 5 GHz).
• 📦 Enable QoS and prioritize your Xiaomi devices.
• 🔄 Update your router firmware (especially if you use Xiaomi Mi Router).

2. Phone settings to minimize lags

• 🔋 Enable Performance Mode (on Xiaomi: Settings) → Special opportunities → Game mode).
• 🚫 Turn off Adaptive Brightness and Energy Saving.
• 📱 Close all background apps (especially Facebook, Telegram, TikTok).

3. Television optimization

• 📺 Enable Game Mode (Settings) → Picture → Image mode → Game).
• 🔄 Reset the network settings on the TV (Settings) → Network → Reset).
• 🛠️ Disable unnecessary services (Settings) → Annexes → System applications → Disable unnecessary).

⚠️ Note: If you use the Xiaomi Mi Box S instead of a TV, upgrade to the firmware version 2.1.85+ — In older versions, there is a bug with a Miracast connection cliff 10-15 minute.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting your phone to Xiaomi Mi TV